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What do you need to get married in Kentucky?

Leia Doyle

What do you need to get married in Kentucky?

Things you may need to bring include:

  • Driver’s license or other identification (Social Security Card, Picture ID, Passport)
  • Certified copy of your birth certificate.
  • Certified copy of your divorce decree if you were married and divorced before.
  • Proof of residency in county (driver’s license, utility bill, etc.).

Who can legally marry you in Kentucky?

A minister or priest may perform marriages anywhere in Kentucky. See Manning v. Street, Ky., 130 S.W.

How long is a marriage license good for in KY?

for 30 days
Licenses are valid for 30 days from the date of issuance and the license fee is non-refundable. The license must be used within the state of Kentucky.

Where do you get a marriage license in Kentucky?

Kentucky marriage licenses are issued on the county level, at the County Clerk Office, by the County Clerk.

How long is a marriage license valid in Kentucky?

The marriage license is valid for 30 days, including the date issued. The marriage license is valid anywhere in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

Do you need a warrant to get a marriage license?

Registry officials do not check for warrants. However, if you really care about the person you are marrying you will deal with the warrant rather than living under the threat of apprehension, and inability to make bail, before you get married.

Can a judge perform a marriage in Kentucky?

A minister or priest, all justices and judges of the Court of Justice, justices of the peace and fiscal court commissioners may perform marriages anywhere in Kentucky. Yes, two persons other than those being married and the person solemnizing the marriage must be present as witnesses.

Marriage licenses are issued in the county clerk’s office in each Kentucky county. If you have any questions, please contact the county clerk’s office in your area. Both bride and groom must appear together to get a license. Licenses are valid for 30 days from the date of issuance and the license fee is non-refundable.

Can you get married with a warrant out for your arrest?

If the warrant is for a small crime, it may be best to get a lawyer and get the warrant taken care of before you go. It is typically possible to get a person turned in and out on bond within a day… There is nothing that prevents someone with a warrant from getting married.

When does a Kentucky marriage license expire?

Yes, two persons other than those being married and the person solemnizing the marriage must be present as witnesses. Expiration Date of Marriage License Kentucky: The license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance and the license fee is non-refundable. The license must be used within the State of Kentucky.

A minister or priest, all justices and judges of the Court of Justice, justices of the peace and fiscal court commissioners may perform marriages anywhere in Kentucky. Yes, two persons other than those being married and the person solemnizing the marriage must be present as witnesses.